INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
GB
APPLIANCE DIAGRAM (Fig. 1)
A. Handle.
B. Safety closure (if provided).
C. Seal.
D. Separator (if provided).
E. Defrost water drain plug.
F. Control panel.
G. Side motor ventilation grille.
CONTROL PANEL DIAGRAM (Fig. 2)
1. Red light: when blinking, it indicates an alarm
condition (see the section "TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE").
2. Blue light: when on, it indicates that the STOP FROST
function is activated (see the section "STOP FROST
FUNCTION")
3. Green lights: they indicate that the product is
working, the set temperature and possible activation of
the quick freeze function ("Shopping").
4. Setting button: for updating the set temperature,
activation/deactivation of the quick freeze function
("Shopping") and activation/deactivation of the "STOP
FROST" function.
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
Your new appliance is designed to be used in the
household and similar applications such as:
- kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments
- farm houses
- by clients in hotels, motels, residences, bed &
breakfasts.
The product must only be used to store frozen food, to
freeze fresh food and to make ice.
Regulations require the appliance to be earthed.
The manufacturer declines all liability for injury to
persons or animals and for damage to property
resulting from failure to observe the above
procedures and reminders.
1. After unpacking, make sure that the appliance is
undamaged and that the door closes perfectly, with the
gasket remaining intact. Any damage must be reported
to your retailer within 24 hours after delivery of the
appliance.
2. Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance
on in order to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully
efficient.
3. Installation and electrical connection must be carried
out by a qualified technician, according to the
manufacturer's instructions and local safety regulations.
4. Clean the inside of the appliance before using it.
• Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply,
ensure that the voltage corresponds to that given on
the rating plate located on the rear of the appliance.
• Electrical connections must be made in
accordance with local regulations.
INSTALLATION
• Unpack the product.
• Remove the 4 spacers inserted between the lid
and the product. (Fig 3)
• Make sure the defrost water drain plug (if provided) is
correctly positioned (E).
• For optimum operation and to avoid damage when the
lid is opened, maintain a distance of at least 7 cm from
the front wall and 7 cm at the sides. (Fig 4)
• Insert the accessories (if provided).
STARTING THE PRODUCT
• Connect the product to the power supply.
• The green light ("Min") comes on.
• The red light (1) blinks, since the temperature inside
the product is not yet low enough for loading food.
This light normally goes off within six hours after
startup.
• Place food inside only when the red light has gone off.
Note: If the STOP FROST function is deactivated, the lid
cannot be immediately reopened after closing it, because
the seal is tight. It is necessary to wait a few minutes
before reopening the lid.
TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
Use the button (4) to select the required temperature.
To adjust the product temperature, proceed as follows:
• Press the button (4). With each press of the button,
the set temperature will be changed cyclically between
the values "Optimum", "Min", "Max" and "Shopping".
• Select "Max" for a colder storage temperature.
• In case of a partial load, it is advisable to select
"Optimum" to optimise energy consumption.
The green lights (3) indicate the selected setting as
follows:
Optimum: less cold
temperature (left light on).
Min: middle temperature (right
light on).
Max: very cold temperature
(both lights on).
Shopping: Quick Freeze (both
lights on).
See the section "Freezing fresh
food".
Note: In case of a power failure, the settings (except for
the "STOP FROST" function) remain stored. The time
required for the temperature inside the freezer to reach
approximately the set value may vary depending on the
climatic conditions and the setting selected.
STOP FROST FUNCTION
The STOP FROST function significantly reduces the
amount of frost that can form inside the product,
collecting it in the special easy to remove and clean "ICE
BOX" (M) container. STOP FROST technology also allows
easy reopening of the lid at any time whenever deemed
necessary, even repeatedly, always with the same effort.
The STOP FROST function is already activated when the
product is switched on the first time (blue light on). It can
be deactivated/reactivated by keeping the button (4)
pressed for at least 3 seconds.
Thanks to STOP FROST technology, the ambient humidity
is largely conveyed inside the ICE BOX (M), where it
turns into ice.
Make sure to periodically remove the inside the ICE
BOX (M) following the cleaning procedure described
below. The frequency of cleaning operations required to
ensure proper functioning of the system depends on the
climatic conditions in the place of installation (more
frequent cleaning is advisable in places with high
humidity). The lack of or inadequate cleaning of the
device can temporarily compromise its operation.
Therefore, during normal use it is advisable to check the
level of ice accumulated in the Ice Box (M), also by means
of the special inspection window (I).
STOP FROST DEVICE CLEANING PROCEDURE
• Open the lid of the product.
• Grip the ICE BOX (M) with two hands and turn it
anticlockwise (fig. S1), bringing the top indicator (H)
from the closed padlock to the open padlock position
(fig. S2), then pull out the ICE BOX (fig. S3).
• Remove any ice present inside the cone (L) on the lid
(free the middle hole of any obstructions), being careful
not to damage the surfaces.
• Dry the surfaces of the cone (L) on the lid with a soft
cloth.
• Close the lid.
• Remove the ice contained in the ICE BOX (M), washing
it with cold or lukewarm (not hot) water.
• Dry the inside and outside of the ICE BOX (M) with a
soft cloth.
• Refit the ICE BOX (M), positioning the top indicator
(H) at the open padlock then turn clockwise until
aligning the top indicator (H) with the closed padlock
(reverse order to that followed for removing the ICE
BOX).
• Close the lid.
IF THE ICE BOX (H) IS BLOCKED OR HARD TO
REMOVE
If the ICE BOX (M) is blocked, do not persist in trying to
remove it, but proceed as follows:
• Close the lid and check if the STOP FROST function is
on or off.
- If the function is on (blue light on):
press the button (4) for 3 seconds to deactivate the
function (blue light off), then press the button (4)
again for 3 seconds; the STOP FROST function is
reactivated (blue light on).
- If the function is off (blue light off):
press the button (4) for 3 seconds: the STOP FROST
function is activated (blue light on).
• Wait about 25 minutes for completion of automatic
defrost, then try removing the ICE BOX (M) again by
following the "STOP FROST DEVICE CLEANING
PROCEDURE".
FREEZING FOOD
Preparing fresh food for freezing
• Wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium foil, cling film,
air and water-tight plastic bags, polyethylene containers
with lids, provided they are suitable for freezing foods.
• Food must be fresh, mature and prime quality.
• Fresh vegetables and fruit should preferably be frozen
as soon as they are picked to maintain the full original
nutritional value, consistency, colour and flavour.
• Always leave hot food to cool before placing in the
appliance.
Freezing fresh food
• Place foods to be frozen in direct contact with the walls
of the appliance:
A) - food to be frozen,
B) - food already frozen.
• Avoid placing foods to be frozen in direct contact with
food already frozen.
• For better and faster freezing, foods should be split into
small portions; this will also be useful when the frozen
items are to be used.
1. At least 24 hours before storing fresh food in the
appliance, activate fast freezing ("Shopping") by
repeatedly pressing button (4) until both green
indicator lights (3) flash.
2. Place the food to be frozen inside the appliance and
keep the lid closed for 24 hours. Food will be fully
frozen after this period of time.
The fast freezing function ("Shopping") can be deactivated
by pressing button (4) and selecting a different
temperature setting.
If the function is not deactivated manually, the appliance
automatically deactivates the function after 50 hours,
restoring the last setting selected (which was active for at
least 1 minute) before the "Shopping" setting was selected.
FOOD STORAGE
Refer to the table on the appliance.
Classification of frozen foods
Load and classify the frozen foods; it is advisable to
indicate the storage date on the packs, to ensure
consumption before the expiry dates listed in months in
Fig. 6 for each type of food.
Advice for storing frozen food
When buying frozen food, make sure that:
• The packaging is intact (food in damaged containers
may have deteriorated). If a package is swollen or has
damp patches, the product may not have been stored
in optimum conditions and therefore undergone partial
defrosting.
• When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last
and carry them in a thermally insulated bag.
• On arriving home, immediately place the frozen food in
the appliance.
• Avoid or minimise temperature variations. Observe the
expiry date on the packaging.
• Always follow the storage instructions on frozen food
packages.
Note:
• Eat fully or partially defrosted foods immediately.
Do not refreeze unless the food is cooked after it
has thawed. Once cooked, the food can be
refrozen.
• In case of a prolonged power failure: Do not open
the appliance door, except to place ice packs (if
provided) over the frozen foods on the right and
left side of the appliance. This will slow down the
rise in temperature.
PRECAUTIONS AND SUGGESTIONS
• During installation, make sure the appliance does
not damage the power cable.
• Do not store glass containers with liquids inside the
product as they may break.
• Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after
taking them out of the appliance as they may cause
cold burns.
• Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning,
always unplug the appliance or disconnect the power
supply.
• Do not install the appliance in places exposed to direct
sunlight or near heat sources in order to avoid
increasing power consumption.
• Do not put aerosol spray cans or recipients containing
propellants or flammable substances in the appliance.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
liquids and gases in the vicinity of this or any other
domestic appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard
or explosion.
• Install the appliance in a perfectly horizontal position,
on a floor strong enough to take its weight and in an
area suitable for its size and use.
• Install the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated place. The
appliance is set for operation at specific ambient
temperature ranges, according to the climatic class
indicated on the data plate located at the rear of the
product (Fig. 7). The appliance may not work properly
if it is left for a long time at a temperature outside the
specified range.
• It is advisable to leave the appliance connected if left
empty even for short periods.
• Be careful not to damage the floors when you move
the appliance (e.g. parquet). To facilitate product
handling, it is advisable to empty it beforehand, if
possible.
Note: The appliance must be handled and installed by
two or more persons.
• Do not use mechanical devices or any means other
than those recommended and/or supplied by the
manufacturer to speed up the defrosting process.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the product,
unless such appliances are specifically recommended
by the manufacturer.
• This appliance must not be used by children
under 8 years of age, or by people with limited
physical, sensory or mental abilities or without
experience and knowledge of it, unless instructed
in its use by those responsible for their safety.
• Do not allow children to play or hide inside the
product: risk of becoming trapped inside and
suffocating.
• Power cable modification or replacement must
only be carried out by qualified personnel or
After-sales Service.
• Do not use extension leads or adapters.
• Electrical disconnection must be possible either
by unplugging the appliance or by means of a
double-pole switch located upline from the
socket.
• Ensure that the voltage indicated on the
appliance data plate corresponds to the
domestic supply voltage.
• Do not ingest the contents (non-toxic) of the ice
packs (if provided).
• Restrict the number of times you open the door.
• This appliance features "skin condenser"
technology: the condensing unit is integrated
into the walls of the freezer. For this reason the
side and front walls of the product may become
hot while the product is running. This is entirely
normal and also reduces the risk of condensation
forming in particularly critical environmental
conditions (see paragraph "Troubleshooting
guide").
APPLIANCE DEFROSTING
The appliance should be defrosted when the thickness of
ice on the walls reaches 5-6 mm.
• Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
• Remove food from the appliance and put it in a very
cool place or a thermally insulated bag.
• Leave the appliance door open.
• Remove the internal defrost water drain plug
(depending on model) (Fig. 8).
• Remove the external defrost water drain plug
(depending on model) and reposition it as shown in
figure 8.
• Use the separator (depending on model) inside the
product as a recipient for any remaining water, (D) as
shown in fig. 8. If there is no separator, use a shallow
container.
• Defrosting can be sped up by using a spatula to detach
the frost from the appliance walls.
• Remove the frost from the bottom of the appliance.
• In order to avoid permanent damage to the
appliance interior, do not use pointed or sharp
metal instruments to remove the ice.
• Do not use abrasive products or heat up the
interior artificially.
• Dry the inside of the appliance thoroughly.
• Refit the plug after defrosting..
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
• Remove the frost from the upper edges (see
Troubleshooting Guide).
• Clean the inside after defrosting, using a sponge
dampened with warm water and/or mild detergent.
• Clean the side vent (if provided).
Unplug the appliance before carrying out
maintenance operations. Do not use abrasive
products, scourers or stain-removers (e.g. acetone,
trichloroethylene) to clean the appliance.
To obtain the best results from your appliance, carry
out cleaning and maintenance at least once a year.
HANGING THE LID LIGHT BULB (if provided)
• Disconnect the appliance from the mains power
supply.
• Remove the diffuser by following the sequence of
steps shown in the figure.
• Unscrew the light bulb and replace it with an identical
bulb of the same wattage and voltage.
• Refit the diffuser and plug in the appliance.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
1. The red light blinks.
• Is there a power failure?
• Is a defrost in progress?
• Is the lid closed properly?
• Is the product near a heat source?
• Are the ventilation grille and condenser clean?
2. All the indicator lights blink together.
• Contact the After-Sales Service.
3. The product is excessively noisy.
• Is the product perfectly horizontal?
• Is the product touching other cabinets or objects that
can cause vibrations?
• Has the packing been removed from the base of the
product?
Note: A slight noise caused by circulation of the
refrigerant gas even after the compressor has stopped is
quite normal.
4. The indicator lights are off and the product does
not work.
• Is there a power failure?
• Is the plug properly inserted in the socket?
• Is the electrical cable intact?
5. The indicator lights are off and the product
works.
• Contact the After-sales Service.
6. The compressor runs continuously.
• Have hot foods been placed in the product?
• Has the lid been left open for a long time?
• Is the product in a very warm room or near a heat
source?
• Has the "Shopping" function been activated? (green
lights (3) blinking)
7. Too much ice on the top edges.
• Are the defrost water drain plugs correctly positioned?
• Is the lid closed properly?
• Is the lid seal damaged or twisted? (See the section
"Installation")
• Have the 4 spacers been removed? (See the section
"Installation")
• Is the STOP FROST function on?
• Are the ICE BOX (M) and cone (L) free of ice? Carry
out the "STOP FROST device cleaning procedure"
• Make sure the hole of the STOP FROST, located in the
outer rear edge of the lid, is not obstructed
8. Condensation on the external walls of the
product.
• It is normal for condensation to form in certain
climatic conditions (humidity above 85%) or if the
product is located in a damp or poorly ventilated
room. The product's operation is in no way affected.
9. The layer of frost on the internal walls of the
product is not uniform.
• This phenomenon is quite normal.
10.The ICE BOX does not collect ice.
• Make sure the hole of the STOP FROST, located in the
outer rear edge of the lid, is not obstructed.
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
1. Packing
The packing material is 100% recyclable and bears the
recycling symbol . For disposal, comply with the local
regulations. Keep the packing materials (plastic bags,
polystyrene parts, etc.) out of the reach of children, as
they are a potential source of danger.
2. Scrapping/Disposal
The appliance is manufactured using recyclable material.
This appliance is marked in compliance with European
Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring the correct disposal of
this appliance, you can help prevent potentially negative
consequences for the environment and the health of
persons.
The symbol on the appliance, or on the accompanying
documents, indicates that this appliance should not be
treated as domestic waste but must be taken to a special
collection centre for the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment.
When scrapping the appliance, make it unusable by cutting
off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves
so that children cannot easily climb inside and become
trapped.
Scrap the appliance in compliance with local regulations
on waste disposal, taking it to a special collection centre;
do not leave the appliance unattended even for a few
days, since it is a potential source of danger for children.
For further information on the treatment, recovery and
recycling of this product, contact your competent local
office, the household waste collection service or the shop
where you purchased the appliance.
Information:
This appliance does not contain CFCs. The refrigerant
circuit contains R134a (HFC) or R600a (HC) (see the
rating plate inside the appliance).
Appliances with Isobutane (R600a): isobutane is a natural
gas without environmental impact, but is flammable.
Therefore, make sure the refrigerant circuit pipes are not
damaged.
This product may contain Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases
covered by the Kyoto Protocol; the refrigerant gas is
inside a hermetically sealed system.
Refrigerant gas: R134a has a Global Warming Potential of
(GWP) 1300.
Declaration of conformity
• This appliance has been designed for preserving food
and is manufactured in compliance with Regulation
(CE) No. 1935/2004.
• This appliance has been designed, manufactured and
marketed in compliance with:
- safety objectives of the “Low Voltage" Directive
2006/95/CE (which replaces 73/23/CEE and
subsequent amendments);
- the protection requirements of Directive “EMC"
2004/108/EC.
Electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed if
it is correctly connected to an approved earthing system.
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
Before contacting After-Sales Service:
1. See if you can solve the problem yourself.
2. Switch the appliance on again to see if the problem has
been solved. If it has not, disconnect the appliance from
the power supply and wait for about an hour before
switching on again.
3. If the problem persists after this course of action,
contact After-Sales Service.
Specify:
• the nature of the fault,
• the model,
• the service number (the number after the word
SERVICE on the rating plate on the rear of the
appliance)
• your full address,
• your telephone number and area code.
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